Standards overview

The CII ‘Professional Standards Board’ meets quarterly to discuss issues of Professional Standards. The role of the PSB is to advise the Council of the CII on the setting of standards for achievement of excellence and to offer guidance on CII Member and CII Internal Governance Standards.

Professional Standards Board

The CII wishes to raise the profile of the professionalism of its members and alongside this to ensure that all its own governance procedures conform to current best practice. In order for the public to recognise the calibre of the CII as a professional body, certain key policies should be formalised and representation from consumer and other bodies encouraged.

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CII charter & bye-laws

The Charter and Bye Laws contain the internal rules which govern the CII

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CII code of ethics and conduct

The Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) encourages the highest professional and ethical standards in insurance and financial services worldwide.

The Council and membership of the CII look to all members, to meet these standards and to maintain the reputation of the CII by following this Code of Ethics and Conduct (the Code). It sets down the principles which all members of the CII should follow in the course of their professional duties.

Members are obliged to comply with this Code. If they do not comply, this may result in the CII taking disciplinary action against the member.

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Chartered status

A Chartered title shows the world that you have attained and maintain the highest and most prestigious level of professional achievement. It elevates you in the public eye to the same standing as other Chartered professionals, such as surveyors, engineers and accountants. Research proves that consumers value and appreciate Chartered status. It provides comfort and security, serving as a benchmark for quality and ethical practice.

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Fellowship assessment

Associate members progressing to Fellowship reach a point on the Fellowship programme when they have completed all the elements and met all the criteria.

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Honorary fellowship

At the CII's AGM on 25 September 2002 the members of the CII decided to re-introduce the category of Honorary Fellowship.

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